The City of Scottsdale welcomes the return of Western Week from Jan. 25 to Feb. 2. The time-honored tradition pays homage to Scottsdale’s Western roots and Native American heritage through a series of historical events, educational engagements, family-friendly activities, and entertainment.
“We are excited to present Western Week in 2025 with new experiences and even more opportunities for residents and visitors to learn more about Scottsdale’s history and heritage,” says Rachel Smetana, tourism and events director for the city of Scottsdale, in a press release. “We encourage all to come out and explore all that Scottsdale was, is and will be thanks to its many influences, colorful characters, and strong sense of community.”
Jan. 25, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Live Music at Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market
Jan. 25, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Western Week Kick-Off
Scottsdale Rodeo Museum
Step into the West at the Rodeo Museum, which invites guests to immerse themselves in the spirit of Western Week by viewing roping demonstrations and exploring rodeo artifacts before kicking back with fun cowboy-style live music in the outdoor beer garden. While there, guests might even be tempted to hop on the bull for a photo.

Jan. 26, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Western Week on the Bridge
Marshall Way Bridge
Kick-off the week with Western music and line dancing on the bridge throughout the day. Guests can also enjoy a frybread flight-making experience with a Native Art Market, a pop-up hat bar with Mavericks of Scottsdale, and more.
Jan. 27 to Feb. 2: Western Movies at Western Spirit
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West
Throughout Scottsdale Western Week, the museum, in collaboration with the city of Scottsdale, will present a series of classic Western film and musical screenings for the whole family, ranging from “Calamity Jane” to “Home on the Range.” Nine films in total will be presented throughout the week, featuring introductions by the museum’s chief curator, Andrew P. Nelson, Bob Boze Bell, or other guests. Movie pricing is per movie; weekly passes are also available. On Friday and Saturday, museum entry will be free all day for all guests, not including movie pricing.
Jan. 29, 3 to 4:30 p.m.: Riding Through Scottsdale: An Equestrian History with Joan Fudala
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West
Jan. 30, 6:30 to 9 p.m.: Western Week Gold Palette ArtWalk
Scottsdale Arts District
Saddle up and mosey around the Scottsdale Arts District, which will be rife with Western spirit. Guests can experience Western Week-themed entertainment and featured Western exhibitions within participating Scottsdale Gallery Association member galleries.
Jan. 30, 6 to 8 p.m.: The Gentlemen: Doc Holiday – Wyatt Earp Presentation
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West
Free museum admission will be offered to Scottsdale residents.

Jan. 31, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Pony Express Ride 2025
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West
At noon, 25 riders will descend upon the museum. Rather than an official delivery of U.S. mail, this special delivery will feature pen pal letters written by and to school-aged children around the state. An official governor’s proclamation will be given and guests can enjoy live music during the event. Free admission to the museum will be offered to all attendees all day long, as well as on Saturday, Feb. 1.
Feb. 1, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Feb. 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Arizona Indian Festival
Scottsdale Civic Center
Hosted by the Arizona American Indian Tourism Association, the Arizona Indian Festival presents the opportunity to explore examples of traditional Indian villages and dwellings, experience traditional arts and crafts demonstrations, try native food from vendors, and enjoy mainstage entertainment, such as dancing and singing that is representative of many tribes. The Tribal Travel and Tourism offices will also showcase their native destinations. Guests can peruse many Native American arts and crafts booths and enjoy traditional Native American demonstrations. A main stage will feature performances including Apache Crown Dancers, Hopi Traditional Dancers, and many more. Tribal Royalty will be in attendance, representing Arizona’s Native Nations. This event is free, family-friendly and open to the public.
Feb. 1, 9:30 a.m. to noon (parade); noon to 5 p.m. (festival): 71st Annual Scottsdale Parada Del Sol Historic Parade and Trail’s End Festival
Old Town Scottsdale – Scottsdale Road (parade); Historic Old Town (festival)
Presented by the Scottsdale Charros and the Parada Committee, this year’s event theme is 25 Reasons to Love Parada Del Sol in 2025. With approximately 150 entries that range from vibrant floats, mounted horse-riders and horse-drawn carriages to school marching bands, wagons and stagecoaches representing many cultures from Mexican to Native American to Arabian to Western, the parade pays homage to Scottsdale’s rich heritage and roots while celebrating the community as it is today. Immediately following the parade, Historic Old Town transforms into a massive Western-style block party with a kids’ zone, food trucks, vendors, and multiple stages with live entertainment including concerts from The Herndon Brothers Band, Chad Freeman and Redline, The Chadwicks, and more.
For more information on Scottsdale Western Week, visit oldtownscottsdaleaz.com.